Polysomnographer

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center |US:

ME:

Bangor | Imaging Service | Full Time

Salary range-  USD

The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, such as differentials, incentive programs and benefits.

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

Department:

Sleep Lab

Position is located:
Northern Light Sleep Diagnostics

Work Type:

Full Time

Work Schedule:6:30 PM to 7:0 AM

Salary Range: $25.27 - $34.22

Exempt:
No

Summary
:

The Polysomnographic Technologist performs comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic sleep studies in accordance with physician orders, American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) standards, and organizational policies. This position is responsible for patient assessment, preparation, monitoring, data acquisition, troubleshooting equipment, scoring studies, and providing patient education regarding sleep disorders and prescribed therapies.

The technologist collaborates with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment of sleep-disorders while promoting an exceptional patient experience.

Responsibilities
:

• Prepares patients for overnight, daytime, and home sleep studies. Disinfect equipment between patient use.
• Obtains and documents patient medical history and sleep-related symptoms.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patient emergencies.
• Performs and monitors diagnostic procedures including: PSG, CPAP/BiPAP titration studies, Split-night studies, Multiple Sleep Latency Test (MSLT), Home Sleep Test (HST), Pediatric sleep studies (4+YO)
• Apply EEG, EOG, EMG, ECG, respiratory and pulse oximetry sensors according to AASM guidelines.
• Troubleshoot equipment and signal quality during studies.
• Monitor physiological data throughout testing, identify and document abnormal events.
• Initiate CPAP/BiPAP therapy per physician orders and protocol. Score sleep studies according to AASM scoring guidelines (after credentialing)
• Obtain and maintain certification and education in sleep.
• Other Duties

Other Information
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Competencies and Skills

• Basic Life Support
• Blood Pressure Measurement
• Electronic medical record software.
• Demonstrates Adaptability:
  Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity. Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing one's behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively.
• Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence:
  Exhibits a high level of self-awareness, self-management, other awareness and relationship management. Conducts themselves in an empathic, appropriate way, with a sense of humor and stimulates a collaborative work environment. Is respectful of the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of the influence of their own behavior on them. Is aware of relevant social, political, system, and professional trends and developments and uses this information for the organization's benefit.
• Develops Self and Others:
  
  Takes responsibility for engaging in professional self-development activities and programs. Strives to gain insight into their own values, strengths and weaknesses, interests and ambitions and takes action in order to enhance competencies and skills when possible. As a leader, encourages and guides employees towards growth opportunities to enhance performance and help them reach goals. Reviews and analyzes employees' strengths and weaknesses to distinguish their talents and development needs,…